Dining room Quote by Patricia C. Wrede
““Ballimore! Ballimore, where's the inkwell?' Dobbilan's voice echoed down the corridor, interrupting Cimorene in mid-sentence. 'Where are you? Why can't I find anything around here when I want it?' 'Because you never look in the right place, dear,' Ballimore called. 'The inkwell is in the kitchen next to the grocery list, where it's been for the past six months, and I'm in the dining room. Which is where you'd be if you'd done what I asked you to, instead of wandering off in all directions.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Dealing with Dragons, Patricia C. Wrede, 1990
A character is reminded that solutions are often where you least expect them, requiring attention to detail and following guidance.
In simple terms: Look where you’re told, not where you wander.
Key Takeaway
Pay attention to instructions.
Themes
responsibility
search
attention
Mood
frustrated
inquisitive
Type
narrative
advice
When to use this quote
- home organization
- research tasks
- finding lost items
Key Concepts
problem solving
focus
direction
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you often overlook simple solutions?
- How can you improve listening for guidance?
A Different Perspective
If you ignore clues, you may waste time and miss opportunities.
